The global density of dentists licensed to practice varies widely by country, with Chile leading at 1.62 health professionals per thousand persons, followed by Israel (1.4), Greece (1.31), and Portugal (1.25). As of 2023 data, this trend shows a year-over-year growth rate of 5.32% for Chile, the highest among the listed countries. Israel, Greece, and Portugal exhibit moderate growth rates of 1.34%, 1.1%, and 3.35% respectively. Meanwhile, Iceland (1.21) shows minimal growth at 0.33%. Australia's density stands at 0.76 with a 1.66% increase, and the Netherlands has the lowest density at 0.64, with a 1.99% increase.
Future trends to watch include rising demand for dental services as populations age and an increasing focus on preventive dental care. Countries like Chile may continue to lead growth due to strong healthcare investment, while lower-density countries like the Netherlands could implement strategies to attract more dental professionals or improve training programs to address increasing demand.
Top countries in Density of Dentists Licensed to Practice by Country
| # | 7 Countries | Units (Health Professionnals) Per Thousand Persons | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Chile | 1.62 | 2023 | +3.85% | +5.32% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Israel | 1.4 | 2023 | +1.45% | +1.34% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Greece | 1.31 | 2023 | 0% | +1.1% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Portugal | 1.25 | 2023 | +3.31% | +3.35% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Iceland | 1.21 | 2023 | 0% | +0.33% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Australia | 0.76 | 2023 | +1.33% | +1.66% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Netherlands | 0.64 | 2023 | 0% | +1.99% | View data |
